Countries' invocation of "states of public emergency" under the international human rights system is expanding; Because this concept allows governments to legally suspend individuals' enjoyment of human rights In a "state of public emergency," the conflict between the rights of individuals on the one hand and the preservation of the security, health, and territorial integrity of countries on the other reaches its peak. An examination of the terminology, history, international documents, and doctrine of the concept of "state of public emergency" can show to what extent governments' practice in invoking "state of public emergency" is consistent with the reality of this concept. The research shows that the practices of governments in using the concept of "state of public emergency" have followed a different path from the terminology, international interpretations, historical past, and doctrinal course of this concept. However, despite all the confusion surrounding the "state of public emergency," there are some characteristics that can be called common to all states of public emergency. The concentration of power in the executive branch and the dominance of military methods over law enforcement are among the common characteristics of states of public emergency.